WATCH: Virat Kohli bows down to Sachin Tendulkar after record-breaking 50th ODI century in 2023 World Cup semi-final

Virat Kohli scripted history at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai On Wednesday, November 15. The modern-day great scored his 50th ODI century - a record that no one ever thought any batter would touch. 12 years ago, Kohli carried the man who set this 'unbreakable record' on his shoulders after India won their second World Cup. Now at the same venue, the 34-year-old has achieved this remarkable milestone in front of his cricketing idol. 

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Yes, Kohli is now the holder of the most centuries in the 50-over format, surpassing legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar. The 34-year-old notched up this historic record-breaking hundred in India's 2023 World Cup semi-final match against New Zealand. He has been in sublime touch so far and continued his red-hot form in the knockout as well, scoring his third century of the tournament. 

Kohli was seen jumping and punching the air in delight after completing the three-digit score with a double in the 42nd over of the first innings. He raised his arms up, then sank to his knees. Took off his helmet and acknowledged his fans, who went berserk after witnessing one of the greatest ever record-breaking innings in the history of cricket. 

One of the iconic moments that Wankhede witnessed was 'King Kohli' showing his respect to the 'God of Cricket'. Kohli bowed down to the great Tendulkar who was present in the stands to watch the high-octane clash. A fully-packed stadium and several celebrities including legendary footballer David Beckham were seen cheering Kohli on. However, the moment of the day was when Sachin appreciated his successor and Kohli bowed to his hero.

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Kohli completing 50th Century and bowing down to Sachin Tendulkar 🤩💙🔥#ViratKohli #INDvNZ #INDvsNZ #CWC23

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India set New Zealand a huge target with a collective batting effort

Kohli's was dismissed on 117 off 113 balls in the 44th over by Tim Southee. Apart from him, Shreyas Iyer also scored a century. A collective batting effort took India's team total to a massive 397-4 in 50 overs. Captain Rohit Sharma's quick-fire start, Shubman Gill's 80* off 66 balls and KL Rahul's 20-ball 39 also proved to be crucial. 

"As I said stuff of dreams. Anushka was sitting right there, Sachin paaji was here too. Difficult to explain this. If I could paint a perfect picture I would want this to be the picture. My life partner, the person I love the most is sitting there, my hero is sitting there and I was able to get the 50th (ODI hundred) in front of all of them and all these stands in Wankhede as well, such a history venue so it was amazing," Kohli said after the first innings.